Congratulations to Italy - while my heart goes out to Germany, the Italians played well and the first goal was a masterpiece, one of the nicest goals in the game - perfect placement; nothing the German goalie could do.

In my mind I now hope that Italy winns the WC, there is no shame to lose to the team that goes on to winn it all.

With all due respect to Portugal, I refuse to respect the way the play and as result I am now rooting for Italy-France in the final.